Things to see & do

Where you'll explore on your guided tour

House

Take a tour of The Homewood and discover how architect Patrick Gwynne put his unique vision into every aspect of the design and details, including the furnishings, to produce an unconventional but luxurious family country villa.

Entrance hall

You'll enter the house through the front door, dramatically encased in light by the square glass blocks that surround it. The mimimalist stylings provide a tantalising glimpse of what is to come, while the large window wall provides your first view of the impressive garden.

Patrick's study

Placed to one side on the ground floor so visitors wouldn't have to enter the main part of the house, Patrick Gwynne originally designed this study for his father. He converted it into his own office in the 1960s, and conducted much of his work from here right up until his retirement.

Dining room

Pull back the folding screen door at the end of the living room and you'll find yourself entering the dining area, where Gwynne liked to control the mood using simple lighting variations in the centre of the circular table.

Garden

Once your tour is complete you can take a look around the six acre estate, where Gwynne sought to create a "woodland garden" in the midst of Esher Common. We often run additional tours of the garden after afternoon visits to the house.